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New York, Grand Havana Room, Sep 28, 2000

LOT 449

Elaborate Antique French Gold Suite, circa 1860

USD 15,000 - 20,000

Consisting of a tiara, a pair of earrings, a pair of bracelets, a belt buckle, and a necklace, decorated in an ornate repoussé, floral motif in 18K yellow gold; the swags are detachable from the necklace, and the ear pendants detach from the earrings.With French hallmarks and maker's markAccompanied by original fitted leather box


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Movement: 2, 9, 14

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It is particularly unusual to find such a suite of jewelry today-complete with so many pieces and in such excellent condition. These jewels were created from paper thin gold, allowing lightness and comfort for the wearer, but unfortunately, the merit of this great craftsmanship was also responsible for most of these pieces not surviving, due to denting and rough handling. This exceptionally ornate repoussé work is in excellent condition, and not one piece is missing, not to mention the facthat all of these exceptional jewels still lie in their, original fitted leather box.